Learn how to achieve Ending 1 in Chrono Cross: The Radical Dreamers Edition by defeating the Time Devourer with Serge alone. Follow our tips for a smoother playthrough!
Alright, so you want to snag Ending 1, huh? This one's a bit of a quirky one, and you'll need to do it during a New Game Plus. The main thing to remember is that you absolutely *must* defeat the Time Devourer with Serge fighting all by himself. No party members, no summons, just Serge!
- 1Start a New Game Plus. You can speed through the early parts of the game, including getting through Lizard's Rock. It's a good idea to disable enemy encounters if you can, just to get to the final boss faster.
- 2Head to Opassa Beach as soon as you can. This is where you'll need to face the Time Devourer.
- 3Make sure Serge is the only character in your party. Seriously, no one else allowed!
- 4For the fight itself: This can be tough with just Serge. If you're finding it too difficult, don't worry! You can always try this ending later in the game, especially after you've collected more Growth Stars (up to 99 is the max) by replaying boss fights. However, it's definitely doable with around 48 Growth Stars.
- 5Gear Up: Equip the Green Plate armor if you managed to steal it from the Green Dragon. The Time Devourer uses a lot of Green Elements, and this armor will help you resist that damage for about half the fight.
- 6Element Strategy: Once you're in the fight, consider using Diminish. It'll lower the damage from Elements for both you and the enemy, which can be helpful. If you have it, Negate Magic is even better as it completely nullifies all damage from Elements.
- 7Backup Plan: If you didn't get the Green Plate, don't sweat it. Just make sure you stock up on plenty of Nostrums for healing. Also, bring Diminish and Negate Magic Elements to help reduce or completely block incoming damage.
- Remember, Serge has to be alone. The game is pretty strict about this for this ending!
- If you're really struggling with the fight, it might be worth saving this ending for later, after you've powered up Serge significantly through repeated boss battles and Growth Stars.
- The Green Plate armor is a huge help, so try to snag that if you can.
- Don't underestimate the power of status-reducing Elements like Diminish and Negate Magic.
Once you've defeated the Time Devourer under these conditions, you'll unlock Ending 1. This takes you to a special version of Viper Manor. Here, you can wander around and chat with the Chrono Cross developers, listening to their stories. There's also a sound test available on the upper floor in the east wing. When you're ready to leave, just find Solt and Peppor near the entrance and talk to them.
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